Exchange rates

Based on the current Czech National Bank middle rate.
The exchange rate stated is only approximate.

Czech Money


The Czech Republic's currency is the Czech koruna or Czech crown (Kč / CZK). Despite being a member of the European Union, the Czech Republic has not adopted the euro yet.
Notes come in denominations of 100, 200, 500, 1000, 2000, 5000 CZK. Coins come in 1, 2, 5, 10, 20 and 50 CZK.
Credit cards are widely accepted in shops, restaurants, and hotels. Only small businesses such as newsstands, street vendors and neighborhood shops require cash payments.

Currency Exchange in Prague


The easiest way to obtain Czech currency is via an ATM machine affiliated with a bank. In addition, there are numerous exchange offices in the city, both inside banks and stand-alone ones. To make sure the rate you receive is fair, please check the Czech National Bank middle rate at www.cnb.cz, which gives you an approximate idea of what you can expect. It is not legal for exchange offices to charge any commission on foreign exchange transactions, and a printed receipt must be provided for each transaction.

If you feel that the rate you have received is not fair, you can revoke the transaction within three hours. More information here.